Our Calendar
View the calendar below to see our club's upcoming events and activities.
Calendar for January to June 2026
Saturday January 10th: Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing at Gai-Luron
A good place to start the new season at the foot of the Laurentians and not far from Montreal. There is a network of easy to intermediate ski trails as well as easy snowshoe trails. Rental of ski equipment and snowshoes available.
Address: 2155 Montée Ste-Thérèse.
Coordinator: Debbie Palmer (514) 515-2277
Saturday January 24th: Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing at Far Hills, Parc regional Val-David-Val-Morin
Easy and intermediate skiing at this popular and scenic center. Far Hills has a large network of ski and snowshoe trails. Snowshoes, skis etc can be rented. Meeting at the Chalet d'Accueil.
Coordinator: Jack Kiljan (514) 363-3486
Saturday February 7th: Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing at Mont St. Bruno
Easy and intermediate skiing at this popular south shore nature park - also snowshoeing or crampon trails.
Entrance & activity tickets preferably purchased online prior to the outing - see
https://www.sepaq.com/en/reservation/purchase/daily-access
Meeting at the Chalet d'Accueil.
Coordinator: Jack Kiljan (514) 363-3486
Saturday February 21st: Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing at Domaine Vert, Mirabel
A new destination to explore – easy skiing or snowshoeing on groomed trails at this center close to Montreal. $18 reg/$14.75 seniors. Rental of ski equipment and snowshoes available.
The center is at No. 10423 Mont Sainte-Marianne.
Coordinator: Audrey Speck (514) 487-0432 or cell (514) 432-8700
Saturday March 7th: Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing at Parc Oka
Perhaps spring skiing at this SEPAQ park? Easy, fairly easy with some intermediate and advanced skiing. The same for cramponing/snowshoeing. Park entrance fee can be purchased online or at the gate for those without an annual SEPAQ pass.
Coordinator: Margaret Crossley (450) 671-4726
Saturday March 21st: Snowshoeing at Val David sector of Parc regional Val-David-Val-Morin (Chalet Anne Piché)
Intermediate snowshoeing (or walking with crampons) on a lovely trail past a series of huge erratics and beautiful icefalls up to the Belvedere at the summit of Mont Condor and other trails.
Chalet d’Accueil Anne-Piché, 1165, chemin du Condor.
Coordinator: Vivien Freedman (514) 938-8036
Saturday April 18th: Sugaring off (Location TBA)
Coordinator: Vivien Freedman (514) 938-8036
Saturday May 2nd: Le Nichoir Open House, Hudson
The only time one can visit this longstanding bird rehabilitation center is during their once-a-year Open House so this is our chance to see their facilities and learn what they do there caring for injured birds. After spending the morning at the center, we’ll have a picnic lunch & then a walk at a nearby conservation area in the afternoon. Bring lunch, water, camera, binoculars (it’s bird migration time).
Meet at the center at 10 a.m at Le Nichoir at 637 Rue Main.
Coordinator: Catherine Gillbert (450) 672-1519
Saturday May 9th: Spring Flower Walk and Birdwatching at Bois de Liesse Nature Park
The spring flowers should be at their peak at this time, and this is the best place to see them in the city. Birds are returning from their migrations, so bring your binoculars. Meet at the Chalet d'Accueil des Champs sector, reached by car from the Henri-Bourassa side. Parking available on the street (free), or in the parking lot ($).
Coordinator: Celestine Segers
Convenor: Vivianne Lewis (514) 337-3511 (res.) or (514) 297-0721 (cell)
Saturday May 23rd: Refuge Faunique d`Youville, Ile St-Bernard
An easy, pleasant walk on this beautiful island located in the St. Lawrence River near Chateauguay. Meet at the Visitor Centre where there is a very nice café. There is an entry fee. (Discount for BPQ members)
Info: www.heritagestbernard.qc.ca/rfmy.htm
Coordinator: Margaret Crossley (450) 671-4726
Saturday May 27st: AGM and dinner at a restaurant location TBA
We’ll repeat our successful format from past years: Meet at a restaurant – have a
short AGM followed by convivial dining.
Coordinator: Vivien Freedman (514) 938-8036
Saturday June 6th: Ecomuseum, Ste. Anne de Bellevue
A visit to this special zoo featuring mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish species from Québec. Each living space is a faithful replication of the animal’s natural environment. We’ll especially want to see the new otters that have been installed, as well as the bobcat (new species for the center). A comfortable picnic area is available near the parking lot.
Address: 21125 Sainte Marie Rd
Coordinator: Audrey Speck 514-487-0432 or cell (514) 432-8700
Saturday June 20th: Centre d’Interprétation de la Nature du Lac Boivin (CINLB)
Easy walking trails in this beautiful nature park on the shores of Lac Boivin near Granby. Good for spring flowers and birding so don’t forget your binoculars.
The nature center’s parking lot is at 700 Drummond (sign says CINLB). Meet at the Centre d’Accueil.
Coordinator: Patricia Philip
Convenor: Cindy Thomas (514) 458-0167